2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Chrysler 300

To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (424 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 584 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (569 Nm @ 480 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Corvette 2009 Chrysler 300
Make Chevrolet Chrysler
Model Corvette 300
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6998 cc 6059 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 506 HP 424 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 637 Nm 569 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 480 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.8 mm 103 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101.6 mm 90.9 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1451 kg 2035 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 14.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 72 L


 

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